I, like many dyslexics, (sadly) grew up thinking I was stupid. I don’t want anyone else thinking they are dumb, less valued than those around them, or not good enough because their brain isn’t “normal.” That’s why I created the Dyslexia Is Our Superpower Podcast. Episode by episode a community of incredible dyslexics has formed to show the world that dyslexia truly is a superpower. So whether you are a family member or educator of an awesome dyslexic or whether you have dyslexic superpowers yourself I welcome you to the tribe.
A new spin on things: Originally I had the idea to introduce the character Super D, the Dyslexic Superhero in a four part episode special. However, after the first episode was so well received I had to give into the requests for more and have changed the format of the podcast to include our dyslexic superhero friend as well as an interview from a real life dyslexic.
“I had so much shame built around this (dyslexia). Even as a teacher I was scared to tell my kindergarteners that I struggled too because I was worried what if they tell their parents and then their parents are going to know and then I’m going to get in trouble or they will find me out.” -Jillian Kaster
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Click here to check out the awesome article Jillian wrote that we chat about in the podcast.
“My stance about dyslexia is that it is not a learning difficulty. It’s not a learning disability, it’s a teaching disability.” -Julie Salisbury
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Here is the link to get in touch with Julie and share your dyslexic story.
“You can’t let people convince you that you are not smart, because you are very smart. You just learn a little bit differently.” -Noelle
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Help make Queen Andrea’s house a reality. Noelle needs 10,000 votes. To support her is quick and easy. Go to this link, click on Support then create an account and follow the steps 🙂
Dyslexic and autistic 14 year old Kai and his mum Jo chat about all things dyslexia and entrepreneur.
Kai’s website can be found here. I’m very excited to announce one of Kai’s fidgets has been selected to be one of multiple items in our holiday box specifically for dyslexic superheros.
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“(Dyslexic Kid) you’re the same as me. We may be different, but we have dyslexia that just makes us more unique.” -12 year old Laylee Wishork
